The Foster Files - Stories about Animal Rescue and Welfare

Humane Animal Rescue has been a staple of both animal and community support in Pittsburgh for over 100 years. Director of Marketing, Michele, takes time out of her busy day to talk to Kelly about the resources and support that HARP provides both the animals, and people, of Pittsburgh.

Foster Spotlight: General Tso - Humane Animal Rescue

Humane Animal Rescue - Care They Need. Love They Deserve.

Housing Resources - Humane Animal Rescue

Ellie's Pet Pantry - Humane Animal Rescue

Humane Health Coalition - Humane Animal Rescue

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With over 140,000 followers on Instagram, Cameron is the designated Dangler in Chief of the does.it.dangle account. On staff at Austin Pets Alive he works with behavior case dogs daily in an attempt to get them adopted into loving homes. He wears his heart on his sleeve as he talks about his love for animals, The Doc, and the work he gets to do, even when it's difficult. 

Foster Spotlight: Austin Pets Alive! | Harley

Instagram - @playfetch.with.harley

Dangler in Chief (@does.it.dangle) • Instagram photos and videos

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The founder of the largest Equine Rescue in the Northeast, Rosemary Farm Sancturary, talks to Kelly about the cruelty of horse auctions, why not every horse is meant to be ridden, and what it really means to love horses. By the end of this episode you'll be looking for a horse to sponsor or for a stay at their on-farm Airbnb!

ROSEMARY FARM SANCTUARY

Staydoption™ — ROSEMARY FARM SANCTUARY

DIMITRI — ROSEMARY FARM SANCTUARY

Horses from Every Window! - Farm stays for Rent in South Kortright, New York, United States - Airbnb

Nonprofit Explorer - ProPublica

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Author and Certified Breathwork Coach, Katya Lidsky takes some time to talk to us about some of the pitfalls in wellness surrounding animal rescue. After 20 years in rescue she's come to learn that healing people is the only way we can truly help these animals. 

Katya Lidsky | Breathwork Coach for Animal Professionals & Creatives

The Trauma Stewardship Store - The Trauma Stewardship Institute

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A Purposeful Rescue

FOSTER SPOTLIGHT - Meet Sweet Heart A2243666 | LA Animal Services

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Animal Behavior Counselor, Lillian Akin, talks about the intricoes of a dog's behavior. Taking the time to identify what might have changed for the dog, the message the dog is trying to communicate, and how our human behaviors are contributing to it, are all critical in understand your foster or adopted dog. 

Jessica Dolce | Practice Compassionate Badassery

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Behavior Professionals | Ampp - Find Lillian's contact information here

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Loving our pets comes with hard choices. On today's episode Kelly & Crissy talk about some of those decisions. First, the decision that we make to welcome a new pet into our home. And second, what it means to make the decision to say goodbye. 

BluePearl Pet Hospital Pittsburgh North | Pittsburgh, PA

In-Home Pet Euthanasia in Pittsburgh | Caring Pathways

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Since Kelly will be traveling over the holiday she decided to repeat an earlier episode, What to Expect When Expecting a Foster. All new content will be headed your way next week, so be sure to listen!

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Pennsylvania is joining the growing number of states attempting to pass best interest laws when it comes to animal welfare during a divorce. To hear more about the bill, and how to be a part of its' passing, give today's episode a listen and a like.

House Bill 97 - Bill Information (History) - House Bill 97; Regular Session 2025-2026 - PA General Assembly

Contact your PA Senator - Members of the Senate | 2025-2026 Session - PA State Senate

Beau's Profile - Wagtopia: Adopt Dogs, Cats, Register Pet Microchip, Geo Tags

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Denver Pet Partners is an organization dedicated to strengthening the human and animal bond through their volunteer work. Rika and Laura walk us through the work they do, how important it is to the people in their community, and the steps you can take if this work speaks to you.

Littleton, CO - Hound (Unknown Type)/Pit Bull Terrier. Meet Kelly a Pet for Adoption - AdoptaPet.com

DPP Main Site – Advancing the Human-Animal Bond

Volunteer Therapy Pets & Therapy Dog Program: Pet Partners

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Dr. Hougentogler of K Vet Animal Care takes the time to talk about other ways to treat what ails your pet. From acupuncture, to physical therapy, to herbal remedies and spinal manipulation, different options could be a better path for your cat or dog. With years of experience under his belt, Dr. H is a wealth of knowledge on how to make sure your family pet is living their best and most fulfilled life. 

Wagtopia: Adopt Dogs, Cats, Register Pet Microchip, Geo Tags - Adoptable Carlos

Vet & Animal Hospital in Greensburg, PA | K. Vet Animal Care

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